Lancers soccer finishes heated season opener against Moorpark in a tie

Share: On a hundred-degree Friday afternoon, in the midst of an unfamiliar and oppressive humidity, PCC men’s soccer team huddled in preparation for the start of their season. The pressure was immediately on for the 2026 Lancers squad as tensions rose early into the game, with multiple fouls called on each team within the first fifteen minutes of play.  The Lancers got the scoring started off an assist from forward Rigo Hernandez to forward Cole Ellis who shot the ball at a tight angle from …

Sell Woods: Cheap nostalgia is killing the ‘Legally Blonde’ prequel

Share: In 2026, revivals and reboots have taken over our screens. From beloved franchises like “Toy Story” releasing its fifth addition to the series to HBO’s “The Comeback” making its final comeback earlier this year. Prime Video throws their hat in the ring with “Elle”, a prequel series to the beloved 2001 classic “Legally Blonde”, but can it fill the Jimmy Choo’s left behind of the original film? “Elle” follows a 16 year old Elle Woods after she is plucked out of her shiny preppy …

Even when kids grow up, ‘Toy Story’ keeps them young

Share: It was the Spring of 1995 when Disney had just announced the creation of Pixar and the first movie it would release. The world’s first computer-animated film about what happens when your toys are left alone. “Toy Story.” Even though some viewers may not have been around for the original release of Toy Story, there are many who have grown up with the characters the movie has been centered around,  Andy Davis and Bonnie Anderson, two kids who the toys belonged to over time, …

BLOTTER: Three individuals cited for ‘narcotic activity’ at Chevron

Share: Monday, August 17,2026 2:42 a.m. – Two people were advised to leave campus after a security guard reported them arguing near the mirror pool. They complied. 12:53 p.m. –  An individual was advised to leave campus after a staff member reported them entering the EOP&S office and harassing the staff. They complied.  1:13 p.m. –  Two people were advised to leave campus after an officer reported yelling from the circadian area. They complied.  Tuesday, August 18, 2026 No Activities Reported for this Period.! Wednesday, …

U-Pass no more: New GoPass goes virtual

Share: Pasadena City College has officially launched the Metro GoPass Program this fall, providing students with unlimited low cost public transit with a simplified online sign up process.  The recent transition from the U-Pass to the GoPass changed where physical passes are distributed on campus, the fees associated with the methods, and the process in which students can obtain the pass.   Many Pasadena City College students have expressed their approval of the new GoPass program due to its efficiency and accessibility to users.  “I didn’t …

Anthony Bourdain biopic gets Michelin star rating

Share: Spoiled. Miserable. Self destructive. Narcissistic. Thoughtless. In need of a good ass kicking.  These are words people may use to describe an enemy, someone who wronged them beyond comparison. These are also words that were found strung together in the memoir “Kitchen Confidential”, spoken from the heart of the author, American celebrity chef and travel documentarian Anthony Bourdain.  Bourdain was known best for hosting travel television shows “Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations” and “Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown” where he explored cuisine locally and globally and …

California should always be ready for the ‘Big One’

Share: Californians have become comfortable with minor earthquakes occurring and easily brush off the idea of how destructive an earthquake can be. California has not been hit with a major earthquake in about 30 years. There is a whole new generation that has not experienced what “The Big One” feels like. With the recent earthquakes in Colombia and Venezuela, this is a reminder to Californians that they are also vulnerable to high-magnitude earthquakes capable of massive destruction, injuries, and loss of loved ones.  Since the …

‘It’s alive!’ Students line up for music and Frankenstein auditions at PCC

Share: Just outside of the Center of the Arts building, the upbeat tunes of “Uptown Funk” and “Feel it Still” can be heard from the rows of new and returning drumline players, looking to hopefully get into their desired section for the semester.  For drumline students, the audition process starts before fall semester begins. Prospecting members need to go to drumline workshops in June and July. With a warm-up packet full of pep tunes in hand, they learn and practice their technique from drum techs …

Women’s soccer bakes Bakersfield in first win of season

Share: After beginning the season with a draw against Santa Monica College, Pasadena City College women’s soccer team secured their first win on Tuesday, defeating Bakersfield College 2-0, improving to a 1-0-1 record. The Lancers struck twice in the first half and held onto the lead in the second to down the Renegades, who fell to 0-2 on the season.  Pasadena’s advantage became clear in the early stages of the match. Bakersfield struggled to catch up to the Lancers’ quick passes in the midfield. The …